October 2021
Elements of Storytelling (for writers) with Michael Jamin
CLASS DESCRIPTION This isn’t just limited to screenwriting. It’s for those who are interested in learning how to tell a compelling story. (Novels, short stories, plays etc.) This is particularly helpful for actors who want to start writing their own material. Michael Jamin is a professional television writer and showrunner. His credits include King of the Hill, Just Shoot Me, Beavis & Butthead, Wilfred, Maron, Brickleberry, Lopez, Rules of Engagement, and Out of Practice. He’s currently Co-Executive Producer of Tacoma FD. He’s also sold…
Find out more »Master Acting Classes with Cynthia Mann Jamin
*** Please note different venues, by date *** CLASS DESCRIPTION Cynthia brings her broad range of performance experience to her teaching. She shares her rare skill of bringing a sensitive, nuanced performance into the high-pressure environment of television, music video, and stage production, from musical theater to serious drama. Cynthia focuses on the principles of authentic presence and applies them to the actors‘ workplace reality. Cynthia (Mann) Jamin started her career in the performing arts as a dancer in the…
Find out more »Halloween Monkey Butt Improv
So, What Is Monkey Butt Improv? Well, it’s part improv on steroids, part theme-based shenanigans (in this case, Halloween), part unscripted mayhem and more outrageous entertainment than, well, a barrel of monkeys! It may not be for the faint-of-heart, but Monkey Butt Improv is guaranteed to be a fun-filled evening – and admission is free! Cast: John Budzyna, John Hauschildt, Jim Lowder, Barb Keiter, Maureen Daley MC: Beth Randall Where: The Dance Place in The Tannery Marketplace When: Saturday, October…
Find out more »The Art of Storytelling with Kurt Mullen – via ZOOM
This class is being offered via ZOOM With Kurt you can learn to craft and tell the powerful, funny, and impactful tales you hear on The Moth and other popular true-story podcasts. Kurt loves storytelling, lives to share his enthusiasm for it, and knows that anyone can learn these skills. Kurt Mullen is a storyteller, writer, and teacher. Two of his stories have been featured on PBS’s Stories from the Stage. His long-form story, “You Don’t Know Jack,” recorded live in Burlington, VT, can be…
Find out more »The Spirits of Oak Hill
A youth theater/ dance collaboration: Dramatist Anna Smulowitz's young actors join Joppa Junior Dance Company directed by Erin Staffiere as part of Newburyport Arts Collective celebrating Halloween in Newburyport Bring chairs or blankets This is a rain or shine event Masks are not required When: Tuesday, October 19, at 5:30 p.m. Where: Oak Hill Cemetary, 4 Brown Street, Newburyport Admission: Free but donations (via this link) are always welcome No need to register or book. Just turn up!
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